PVC is the most widely used polymer for cables production in Europe. It is mainly dominant in the low voltage and some specialist applications. Telecommunication is also an important application for PVC. PVC cables have a number of benefits, such as:
Good electrical and insulation properties over a wide temperature range
Inherent fire safety
Excellent durability and long-life expectancy
Easy processing characteristics to achieve desired specification for end-products
Cost-effectiveness
Recyclability - no cross-linking therefore the ability to be reprocessed back into cable applications, see further down
Compares favourably to alternative materials using LCA methodologies primarily due to lower usage of non-renewable resources i.e. 43% derived from oil/gas and 57% derived from salt
Highly resistant to degradation by ultra violet light
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